Basic Steps for Receiving Special Education Services in Connecticut

For additional information about each step in the process of receiving special education services in Connecticut, click on the step and view the corresponding list of frequently asked questions and answers.

A standard form to document referrals is available from the State Department of Education and school districts. Parents, school staff and others can complete the form and submit it to the school administrator. Parents may also write a letter to the school noting concerns.

If the PPT decides more information is needed, the school district conducts a full and individual initial evaluation in all areas of concern to determine if the child has a disability and to determine educational needs of child.

Site last updated March 3, 2015. This page last updated January 4, 2010.

Connecticut Parent Advocacy Center, Inc. is funded in part by the U.S. Department of Education, Office of Special Education Programs Grant No. #H328M070034-10. The contents of the website, however, and any documents cited herein do not necessarily reflect the views or polices of the U.S Department of Education.

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